Systems Engineer

Rothe Development Inc

. Provide engineering oversight across the entire technical baseline .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $160,000 - $166,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in systems engineering, particularly within DoD environments, with a focus on requirements management, verification and validation, and Modular Open System Architecture (MOSA) implementation. Proven ability to provide engineering oversight, manage complex technical trades, and deliver risk mitigation strategies throughout the acquisition lifecycle.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Systems EngineeringRequirements ManagementVerification And ValidationModular Open System Architecture (MOSA)Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringRequirements VerificationTest & Evaluation (T&E)Configuration ManagementEngineering Trade StudiesRisk Mitigation StrategiesDeficiency ReportingSystem IntegrationTechnical RecommendationsAcquisition Lifecycle Support

Soft Skills

LeadershipAnalytical ThinkingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Secret ClearanceTop Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

DoDAerospace ProgramsDefense AcquisitionSystem-of-Systems IntegrationMOSA Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide engineering oversight across the entire technical baseline
Review and assess the prime contractor's systems engineering plans, processes, and artifacts for alignment with Government objectives and best practices
Review and provide technical recommendations on contractor-developed system and subsystem requirements
Oversee and assess contractor-led engineering trade studies and provide independent analysis of alternatives
Manage and oversee the requirements verification process, including V&V plans, TEMP, and RVM
Manage Government oversight of the deficiency reporting process
Track and report system deficiencies through resolution
Evaluate system architecture, external and internal interfaces, scalability, robustness, and MOSA compliance
Monitor system integration activities and identify cross-domain hardware, software, and cybersecurity integration risks
Provide risk mitigation strategies to the Government
Provide technical support and recommendations throughout the acquisition lifecycle, including SRR, PDR, CDR, configuration management, and system-level testing
Assist with Configuration Control Boards, Engineering Trades, Requirements Verification, Requirements Mapping, and baseline management at portfolio, system-of-systems, and program levels

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to obtain or a current Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret
High School Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or Master's/Doctorate Degree in a related field
15 years of directly related experience, including 8 years of DoD experience; OR Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of experience, including 5 years of DoD experience; OR Master's or Doctorate Degree and 10 years of experience, including 5 years of DoD experience
15+ years of experience in systems engineering on complex defense or aerospace programs
Demonstrated leadership experience on an ACAT I/II Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP), with direct responsibility for system-of-systems integration
Demonstrated experience on a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) or other large-scale ACAT I/II programs
Expertise in requirements management, verification and validation, and Test & Evaluation (T&E) in a DoD environment
Proven experience developing and implementing a Modular Open System Architecture (MOSA) strategy on a large program
Ability to manage complex technical trades and interface challenges in a multi-contractor environment
Employment at Peterson SFB, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Equal opportunity employer; complies with E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
HSA/FSA Accounts
Life & Disability Insurance
Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
ESOP
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Remote work
Travel may be required to CONUS and OCUNS locations (approximately 10%)